Kenya - Employer of Record (EOR)

Fixed and indefinite term employment contracts are permitted.

It is legally required to put a written employment contract in place in Kenya, in the local language, which spells out the terms of the employee’s compensation, benefits, and termination requirements. An offer letter and employment contract in Kenya should always state the salary and any compensation amounts in Kenyan shillings rather than a foreign currency.

Female employees are generally entitled to 3 months of paid maternity leave. Employees must give 7 days’ written notice before going on leave and may be required to present a medical certificate.

Fathers are entitled to two weeks of paid paternity leave.

Employers and employees each contribute 5% of wages to social security. The rate has been increased to 6%, but its implementation is pending a court ruling.

Employees must also contribute 1% of wages to the National Hospital Insurance Fund.